A field experiment was conducted in a semi-arid region in northern China to evaluate the
effects of bentonite soil amendment on field water-holding capacity, plant available water …

Nowadays, the production of new mango cultivars is increased in many countries worldwide.
The soil application of hydrogel represents a novel approach in the fruit trees industry. This …

The use of natural hydrogels in agriculture provides solutions to many problems without
threatening the environment. This study aims to evaluate the potential impact of …

Global climate changes have increased temperatures, radiation indexes, and consequently,
irregularities in rainfall in mainly tropical countries, considerably hindering plant …

The effect of soil amendment with hydrogel on reducing water stress was tested for Siberian
elm (Ulmus pumila) and silver maple (Acer saccharinum) saplings. The trees were planted …

To investigate the effect of drought stress on chlorophyll content, enzymatic responses and
some growth characteristics of Acacia victoriae seedlings and the effect of superabsorbent …

Quercus robur L. is one of the most valued tree species of deciduous temperate forests.
However, in the last decade, serious oak declines and loss of adaptation plasticity have …

Introduction Drought negatively affects the growth and yield of plants. Several measures
have been employed to improve the drought tolerance of plants, including the application of …

Brazil is the fourth largest grain producer in the world. Its agriculture is mainly rainfed, with
two cropping seasons per year. While the first crop (ie, spring/summer) receives greater …

Climate change has exacerbated the frequency and duration of droughts. To sustain food
production in such conditions, water storage and retention capacity of soil must be …